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How does a person come to faith in Christ?

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A person comes to faith in Christ through hearing the gospel and the work of the Holy Spirit.

Faith in Christ is initiated by the hearing of the gospel, as we see in Romans 10:17: 'So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.' The proclamation of the gospel is crucial, as it is through the preaching of God's Word that individuals relate to Him and respond in faith. However, faith is not merely a product of human effort; it is also the work of the Holy Spirit who makes the message effectual. This is affirmed in 1 Thessalonians 1:5, where Paul states that the gospel came to them not only in word but also in power and in the Holy Spirit. Therefore, the interplay of hearing the gospel and the Holy Spirit’s work is essential for a believer to come to genuine saving faith.
Scripture References: Romans 10:17, 1 Thessalonians 1:5

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